Origin
Irish (Gaelic)
Syllables
3
Zodiac
Cancer
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Deirdra is a name often given to girls. Ranked #14957 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Irish (Gaelic) origin and traditionally means "Sorrowful one of great beauty". It has 3 syllables.
The Story of Deirdra
Deirdra stems from the famed Irish tale of Deirdre, a tragic beauty in Gaelic mythology. The spelling variation adds uniqueness while honoring roots. It suits sensitive, artistic souls with deep emotional intelligence. Contemporary use remains rare but cherished among those valuing cultural stories.
Popularity
Currently ranked #14957 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Expresses creativity and joy.
Yearns for knowledge and solitude.
Appears adaptable and free-spirited.
Shows responsibility and care.
Zodiac & Astrology
Cancer
Matches emotional depth and intuition.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Holds timeless emotional resonance and grace.
Color Aura
Moonlit Silver
Element
Water
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Moonstone
Spirit Animal
Swan
Power Word
Legacy
Energy Type
Water × Spring
Personality & Traits
Empathetic
Feels others' emotions deeply.
Artistic
Creates beauty in all forms.
Resilient
Overcomes challenges gracefully.
Famous People Named Deirdra
Deirdre Shannon
Irish singer
Deirdre Donnelly
Irish actress
Deirdra in Pop Culture
Deirdre
Ulster Cycle legends
Deirdra
Modern fantasy adaptations
Historical Events
800
Featured in early Irish manuscripts.
1900
Popularized in Celtic literary revival.
International Variations
Deirdra in Different Scripts
ديردرا
Arabic
德尔德拉
Chinese (Mandarin)
ディアドラ
Japanese (Katakana)
דיירדרה
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Deirdra:
Deirdra Aoife
Deirdra Bridget
Deirdra Caoimhe
Deirdra Eileen
Deirdra Fiona
Deirdra Grainne
Deirdra Niamh
Fun Facts & Trivia
Central figure in the Ulster Cycle myths.
Name means sorrow yet symbolizes enduring love.
Revived in 20th century Celtic revival.
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DEER-dra
Quick Facts
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